Matt Wenning is Making the Military Bigger, Stronger, Faster

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  • World record-holding powerlifter and future PhD Matt Wenning is on a mission to change physical training in the military. In this Video, Matt takes us through his favorite exercises for testing strength-endurance, identifying weaknesses, and ways to improve on both.
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  • @ivanandreevich8568
    @ivanandreevich8568 Před 9 lety +118

    Best guests ever on this channel.

  • @BasementBrandon
    @BasementBrandon Před 9 lety +141

    Great to see such a strong individual also be able to communicate extremely well. His "so you think can squat" videos are a must watch IMO

    • @affy45
      @affy45 Před 9 lety +1

      Brandon Campbell i didnt realise that was him in 'so you think you can squat' that is the best video out to squat

    • @xer0concepts
      @xer0concepts Před 9 lety +1

      Bro, I've watched that series over 100 times! If you're going to watch any instructional squat video "so you think you can squat" is a must! Lots of great info

    • @talder123
      @talder123 Před 9 lety +1

      Brandon Campbell On list of things to watch

    • @josecoyt9677
      @josecoyt9677 Před 9 lety +1

      talder123 t gd dA

    • @hiflyfitness
      @hiflyfitness Před 9 lety +2

      Brandon Campbell IIRC when I watched those a few years back, they basically taught me how not to squat. Unless it's a different series outside of the EliteFTS channel. Lol.
      Didn't they talk about how you should look straight up and sit back? Seems like more for geared lifters IMO.

  • @Pontus95
    @Pontus95 Před 9 lety +70

    Cant ever think of a Supertraining video that didnt teach me something useful! What you guys deliver is superb!

  • @EatnLift
    @EatnLift Před 9 lety +85

    Just wanted to comment to thank you guys at supertraining and especially you Mark. You are setting a standard for the youtube powerlifting scene - thank you so much.

  • @josiahjensen6721
    @josiahjensen6721 Před 9 lety +11

    The military as a whole needs to adopt this mindset. That would cut down greatly on the injuries and help in preparedness for deployments.

  • @zmoney2613
    @zmoney2613 Před 9 lety +51

    Supertraining is KILLING it right now.. Hard work is shining through. Keep up the hard work. Making the world a better place to lift.

  • @shanemartinson5006
    @shanemartinson5006 Před 9 lety +8

    As a veteran of the USAF myself...I would like to thank both of you ( Mark & Matt ) for what you are doing for the service members....great information and I wish this type of training was implemented full scale in across all branches...

  • @15ritolaj
    @15ritolaj Před 6 lety +60

    These comments are cancer. Matt is much higher qualified than almost all the guys leading the PT in your unit or anybodys elses.

    • @sloppyjonuts9162
      @sloppyjonuts9162 Před 4 lety +3

      Joe R I was bout to say he is benchin like 1000 pounds..

    • @muscleandmath2910
      @muscleandmath2910 Před 4 lety +3

      Yeah I know. Don't understand how some people think they have the right to criticise him at all. Matt's one of those guys that when he gives advice, you shut up and listen.

    • @Sbarrett1
      @Sbarrett1 Před 3 lety +1

      I'm definitely not qualified, but I think the reason why people are freaking out is because Matt's advice is very contrary to most of the top level guys in strength sports. So people are confused or unconvinced on what he's saying.
      For example, when some of the guys were having their hips shoot up and their back round during their deadlifts, Matt was telling them their hamstrings and back were too weak and are frying out before the weight can move. However, three more commonly given pieces of advice by great coaches include:
      1: The hips are too low to start (which seemed likely watching some of the military guys sumo technique in the video)
      2: The slack was not pulled out of the bar (also likely given their technique)
      3: Their quads are too weak and they are finding the strongest position for them to move the weight which uses less quads.
      There were more examples throughout the video of Matt's advice opposing common advice given by professionals. Again, I'm not qualified, like I'm a 21 year old college student with a sub 1000 pound total, not an elite level powerlifter, but that is what I observed watching this video.

  • @blacktaxi2d
    @blacktaxi2d Před 9 lety +93

    that black dude is hella strong. mirin

  • @anxiousmindmusic
    @anxiousmindmusic Před 9 lety +24

    This channel has really moved up a few gears lately. The go to for training advice now in my opinion. Just a constant stream of the most knowledgable guys out there.
    And Silent Mike.

  • @GoSneaker
    @GoSneaker Před 9 lety +20

    Matt Wenning seems like an awesome dude

  • @tod3632
    @tod3632 Před 9 lety +4

    Being a canadian military member myself I can really appreciate this stuff. Started powerlifting a few years ago and it has increased my durability in the field more than anything else. Thanks for the effort, thought and of course for sharing on youtube.

  • @jkleine586
    @jkleine586 Před 9 lety +3

    As a veteran its nice to see Mr. Wenning trying to get more people aware of how outdated basic PT is. I started crossfit to get back into better shape but fell in love with powerlifting. I found myself seeing some of the same weaknesses the guys in the video had. Can't wait to use what I've learned. Thank You Matt and Smelly. P.S. Can't wait to get my camo gansta wraps

  • @tonygutierrez4711
    @tonygutierrez4711 Před 9 lety +12

    Great instructor. Used everything that he taught us when he came to Carson to instruct and train soldiers. His videos are great as well.

  • @TailoredTechnique
    @TailoredTechnique Před 4 lety +1

    Took So many notes, MARK BELL is THE man, everything that comes out his mouth IS gold!

  • @hahaownedlolz
    @hahaownedlolz Před 9 lety +3

    These video series are fucking amazing. You don't get nearly as much views and recognition as you deserve for it. So awesome to finally see a quality powerlifting channel with extremely strong guys.

  • @NotoriousDan
    @NotoriousDan Před 9 lety +26

    God damn.. That black guy is strong for his weight. Only 163 benching 365...

  • @james_games9684
    @james_games9684 Před 7 lety +17

    because we run too damn much like every friggin day. almost never lift at unit level pt so have to do it on our own time then when we train in the field or deploy running is the one thing we almost never end up doing. just walk for miles on end with a gazillion lbs on our backs yea running is good for that ...

  • @stevena8719
    @stevena8719 Před 9 lety +47

    Mark Bell is a business genius in this industry

  • @Massenomics
    @Massenomics Před 9 lety +2

    As a US Army Vet and current powerlifter I couldn't agree with Matt more!! It's been a belief of mine that the military needs to adjust their physical fitness programs to encourage more strength training!

  • @gabrielgardiman8342
    @gabrielgardiman8342 Před 9 lety +5

    this is some elite coaching in weightlifting, thanks for the advice.

  • @jakesimpson8952
    @jakesimpson8952 Před 9 lety +3

    Really liked the fact that Matt recommended lowering the deadlifts for eccentric work to build up the concentric part, rarely hear anyone talking about it.

  • @the1stmyrmidon
    @the1stmyrmidon Před 9 lety +24

    I fucking love you guys, wenning is right, I'm in the army for the past 6 years now, and I'm a competitive strongman, I yell daily and nightly about how dumb our pt standards are and how useless they are, just bc they have been doing them for the past however many years and are too lazy to take the time to implement an actual functional test or deviate from what they know most of the people suffer, it's a shame.

    • @supertraining06
      @supertraining06  Před 9 lety +3

      Thanks for the input and thanks for watching

    • @boatogre9006
      @boatogre9006 Před 9 lety +2

      trevor smith I totally agree. Been in the navy for 9 years now and I've realized that the PRT has been purposely devolved in to a force-shaping tool instead of preparing us to fight. However, I think the marines are on the right track with combat fitness test.

    • @ComeAtMeBroForreal
      @ComeAtMeBroForreal Před 9 lety

      +Boat Ogre yea the usmc not only has the pft, it also the cft. (combat fitness test). which is ammo can lifts from chest to above your head of about 40 pounds, some sprints and a movement under fire exercise that involves running with 2 ammo cans, fire man carries and dragging a buddy for a good distance. 2:15 mins. is a perfect score

    • @spwebb7771
      @spwebb7771 Před 9 lety

      +ComeAtMeBroForreal My battery took that test just for shits and giggles and it was HARD. Great workout.

    • @spwebb7771
      @spwebb7771 Před 9 lety +1

      +trevor smith One of the reasons we do that 2min 2min 2 mile is just because it requires little planning and equipment. You need a timer and 2 miles of road. Doing a PT test for a HHB of almost 200 people with weights and kettlebells and ammo cans would be a logistical nightmare. It could be done, and I think it should. But we would be doing PT tests day after day for weeks in order to get a BN on paper.

  • @rzadigi
    @rzadigi Před 7 lety +1

    So glad I watched this video! In my recent quest to jack myself up I've watched tons of videos.....but none as practical and precise as this one. Matt Wenning obviously has a shitload of experience and wisdom. I wish I would've seen this one months ago!

  • @sappervet1980
    @sappervet1980 Před 8 lety +2

    this is so true. we r not trained right. now that im out i am really paying for it. besides my injuries from iraq i was hurt alot because of our physical training regiment. thank you greatly for the info guys.

  • @hermanmelville3871
    @hermanmelville3871 Před 9 lety +5

    Like this dude. Intelligent and concise.

  • @bastikardum
    @bastikardum Před 9 lety +1

    Best teacher you've ever had on the show! Very hands on. Keep up the great work!

  • @ubermarine
    @ubermarine Před 9 lety +5

    Great video supertraining06 !! I had worries about this exact thing when I did my service in northern norway, cause all the mandatory training we did was push ups, military presses and weeklong xcountry skitrips with 50kg backpacks. Needless to say many of my buddies got knee and lower back problems.

  • @JOReview
    @JOReview Před 8 lety +1

    Solid stuff! Speaks the truth. I see it daily. Finally someone making changes in the field right now with top brass. Results speaking for themselves! His manual is pure gold for programming examples and plans.

  • @Crazylalalalala
    @Crazylalalalala Před 9 lety +1

    That was excellent.
    Not knowing who Matt Wenning is and judging based on his physical appearance. At first I was like "wtf would this mountain know about military training" but I was surprised on point and logical he is.
    Im already thinking about how to modify my program. Im not in the military but this will help my rugby training for sure.

  • @chrisbell8418
    @chrisbell8418 Před 9 lety

    Matt Wenning is the real deal. He's super smart and well spoken. He's always been really supportive and positive. Glad to see guys like this making the world a better place to lift. Weren't you in a movie called Bigger, Stronger, Faster? You look kinda familiar.

  • @MadeInGefle
    @MadeInGefle Před 9 lety +1

    Very intresting facts about the bench and deadlift (esp. the bench) that hasnt been talked about in previous bench videos which instead had great info about other factors, great vid!

  • @shizzlinphil
    @shizzlinphil Před 9 lety +6

    650lbs double overhand with no hook is insane, I dont even think some of the top grip guys do that

  • @getsomeswag
    @getsomeswag Před 9 lety +2

    I'm a 16 year old lifter been lifting since i was 14 and just recently Ive been going to the doctor for lower back mid back and shoulder pain. im pretty strong for my size i think 5'11 160 bench 240 dead 365 and squat 280 but i just wanted to say thank you for the tips on form because everything you said was wrong on those lifts i was doing. I'm really happy experienced people are out here teaching good form so no one has to end up like me trying to fix 2 year ingrained bad habits, thank you for your tips and knowledge. i think that they will help make me a better and safer lifter.
    i only wish i had happened upon this earlier but ill be okay just thinking some freshmen will watch this and not make my mistakes thank alot guys.

    • @T_bone
      @T_bone Před 5 lety

      Look up Kelley Starrett and Smashwerx channels'.

  • @Pibodabo
    @Pibodabo Před 7 lety +1

    18:29 "The perfection of form is about to stop" and the laugh afterwards... Cracks me up every time!

  • @murrayannandale
    @murrayannandale Před 9 lety

    Probally the best deadlift instructional out there. Thanks to Mark Bell for getting guest like this in for us to watch. Majestically presented.

  • @Eddie-ie9gf
    @Eddie-ie9gf Před 5 lety +1

    Thanks for having Matt on love his explanations and knowledge

  • @avalanchebarbell1442
    @avalanchebarbell1442 Před 9 lety

    I also appreciate Matt's ability to communicate, as well as what specificity means to a soldier. Great content!

  • @alhaqq258
    @alhaqq258 Před 8 lety +1

    Matt Wenning is so right. All US Marines do for training is intense cardio, pull ups and pushups lol. And some skill realism training for the battlefield.

  • @wizard4238
    @wizard4238 Před 3 lety

    old man smoked everybody love it man. matt wenning is one of the best strength coaches worldwide. much love

  • @foimassa
    @foimassa Před 9 lety +4

    I love the fact that more and more lifters and military are using the kettlebell!! and I hate to be a stickler, but thats not a swing. sure, its an exercise but not the way kettlebell swings were meant to be to increase hip strength, balance and cardio

  • @ShibbyKoyote
    @ShibbyKoyote Před 9 lety

    I am on a quest to get Jacked and Tan...this channel has helped me so much. The free knowledge you guys share without selling BS is awesome.

  • @andrefalcon3832
    @andrefalcon3832 Před 9 lety +1

    Wow, amazing video once again guys, I am active duty Air Force and I cannot tell you how much our 'PT scores' do not measure true functional fitness. Keep doing what you are doing, smashing mf life PRs right now at Super Training!

  • @Floyd112007
    @Floyd112007 Před 9 lety +1

    this makes a lot of sense, must get stronger

  • @viktorolsson980
    @viktorolsson980 Před 9 lety

    The best training channel on youtube, so much information all for free. Salute!

  • @karanespanol011
    @karanespanol011 Před 9 lety +3

    I don't have any strong power lifters where I lift so thanks a lot Mark for having people like Matt in videos.. Can never learn enough!

  • @PushPullPresent
    @PushPullPresent Před 9 lety +2

    Thanks a lot for videos like these!
    You're preventing a lot of injuries with such good information!

  • @paulleclaire8252
    @paulleclaire8252 Před 9 lety

    Wenning and CWS have been some of the most informative guests. Thanks guys!

  • @leohell1676
    @leohell1676 Před 9 lety

    Thanks Mark for posting all the great content for free!!

  • @danshepard6851
    @danshepard6851 Před 9 lety

    I get so much from every single video that you post. I've improved in every single lift since I subscribed to your channel!! Keep them coming guys!

  • @silatguy
    @silatguy Před 9 lety +4

    Another great video! Even though this is a powerlifting channel I would love to see the odd bodybuilder or trainer featured on here every once in awhile.......maybe 20% like how you had Charles Glass because one, you cater to a wider group of lifters and it just shakes things up and keeps it interesting

  • @Benaddicted11trkfbal
    @Benaddicted11trkfbal Před 8 lety +3

    The goddamn military just makes our men run forever and do pull ups and push ups forever. I think its time to get a better program for our recruits.

  • @neurotoksin
    @neurotoksin Před 9 lety +1

    The dude with the batman t-shirt was a f'ing beast!
    Great video!

  • @sleepylifter
    @sleepylifter Před 9 lety

    Agree with a lot of these comments on here. It's one thing to create great products, but it's a whole other ball game to consistently put out awesome content within the powerlifting world. Keep it up guys.

  • @tubekyle2
    @tubekyle2 Před 9 lety +1

    I think a part of that high injury rate is when they introduced Crossfit in 08-09'. Crossfit was starting to take off in the Army as I was exiting the service...

  • @Jmack7861
    @Jmack7861 Před 8 lety +10

    I wish the military would take this type of shit seriously. I hate pt. its such a waste of time, and the only injuries ive ever had since I started lifting were actually from pt. all the running, bullshit ass stretches we have to do before we begin, and the side bridge (which is basically a fucking side plank). unfortunately they are bad about being stuck in their ways. also it pisses me off that all these kids coming into the military think that doing pushups all day every day will make them strong and big.

    • @brettwoolman6234
      @brettwoolman6234 Před 7 lety +2

      imlee888 yeah fuck obliques who needs core stabilization right?

  • @Pibodabo
    @Pibodabo Před 8 lety +2

    This, Ed Coan and Chris Duffin videos are the best! Probably Dan Green should appear too somewhere in the future!

  • @sethjoyner391
    @sethjoyner391 Před 9 lety

    Mark looks super shredded for that size is crazy, good job cutting

  • @cmurph570
    @cmurph570 Před 5 lety

    i have watched a lot of sumo videos and this quick walk through is what made it finally click.

  • @anthonyzhang4918
    @anthonyzhang4918 Před 9 lety +3

    Holy moley Mr. Batman Shirt (sweet shirt btw) is strong as hell!

  • @TheGripperNewb
    @TheGripperNewb Před 9 lety +1

    Great video he knows his stuff and explains it very simply

  • @tonyhorvath5965
    @tonyhorvath5965 Před 9 lety

    This was a GREAT video. Matt Wenning is an amazing athlete and trainer, and this was super informative!! Thanks Mark and Supertraining!!

  • @egdcuyagecuysadgcuys
    @egdcuyagecuysadgcuys Před 9 lety

    Awesome video Mark. Lots of great tips. Will have to re-watch this again sometime.

  • @joelshasteen
    @joelshasteen Před 7 lety +1

    This makes a lot of sense. Hope they get some traction with the DoD!

  • @erikec67
    @erikec67 Před 9 lety +1

    A lot of really good content lately. Thanks.

  • @ericfarmer9318
    @ericfarmer9318 Před 9 lety

    Matt Wenning super solid guy, really enjoyed listening to this guys thoughts

  • @dylanjurcik5251
    @dylanjurcik5251 Před 9 lety

    Yeah, this is one of the best videos yet. Great work.

  • @KarmaFlight
    @KarmaFlight Před 9 lety

    Veritable cornucopia of knowledge dispensed here. THANK YOU!!

  • @WallSK1997
    @WallSK1997 Před 9 lety

    Really enjoyed the video ! This guy definitely knows his stuff ! Thanks ST for the awesome content you spread on youtube !

  • @Viking_King
    @Viking_King Před 9 lety

    Just wanted to thank you for the excellent training videos. The guest coaches you have on and give tips/advise are amazing. I've learned so much and appreciate all that you do.

  • @TheGangsterflavor
    @TheGangsterflavor Před 9 lety

    Love all the content! Thanks for being consistant mark, now I always have something to watch and learn from!

  • @ChasingAfterYHWH
    @ChasingAfterYHWH Před 9 lety

    Im so impressed with the content coming from this channel. Great stuff and invaluable information. thanks powercast!

  • @edutton
    @edutton Před 9 lety

    I gleaned so much info from this video. Thanks, Matt and Mark! This was excellent!

  • @paddyoosullivan
    @paddyoosullivan Před 9 lety

    Awesome video Mark. These videos from the best lifters in the world on proper technique are absolute class. Going to try & implement some of Matts tips on the Bench Press.

  • @HurjaKimi
    @HurjaKimi Před 9 lety

    Thanks Mark and Matt, inspiring, got me fired up. Going to gym right now...

  • @BiinsafRobo
    @BiinsafRobo Před 9 lety

    These videos are simply awesome! Very informative and fun to watch keep them coming!

  • @onua136
    @onua136 Před 8 lety

    AIR FORCE HUA! This video was incredibly helpful. Really appreciate great vids like this

  • @edgartovar2061
    @edgartovar2061 Před 9 lety

    WOW! BEST VIDEO SO FAR ON THE TUBE! This video awnsered every question i have had and no one has been able to awnser. Im not playing, thanks for this video. I have actually stoped training because i had so many questions( I still run 3× a week) fudge this! Im going outside and lift some shit with technique! Lol

  • @talder123
    @talder123 Před 9 lety

    Loving these series by the way. Will watch more often. I am learning a lot

  • @johnfranklin6261
    @johnfranklin6261 Před 9 lety +1

    Great vid. Active U.S. Army engineer captain here, taking command next summer. Definately going to add this to the tool box to help my soldiers. Quick question, how far is that parking lot / how many reps are they getting with those rows?

  • @scottsmyre4957
    @scottsmyre4957 Před 9 lety +1

    Yet another awesome fucking video! These videos have been very helpful with my own training.

  • @adudewatchingyoutubevids

    Keep it up Matt! We need to PT smarter in the Military!

  • @paintrain81
    @paintrain81 Před 9 lety +1

    Two things Mark, one no knock at Ed Coan he's the greatest of all time but this video even for me at 35 years old competing for 15 yrs taught me some things and was so informative and taught in a way the biggest meat head couldn't misunderstand and two, that lil black kid is crazy strong for his size. Keep this shit coming, a channel for real lifters who train for a goal. I been following u long before social media cuz I grew up west side it's crazy to see how far you've come

    • @richardevans8908
      @richardevans8908 Před 9 lety

      I agree, i think it's just because Matt has a different style compared to ed, Matt was a more hands on assessment of the lifts where as ed kind of spoke about what he did himself for himself which was what the ed coan series was about

  • @jahreigns888
    @jahreigns888 Před 8 lety

    Travis AFB is and AMC-Air Mobility Command base. It is the Air Forces gateway to the Pacific region like Dover AFB is to the Atlantic. The base is focused on air transport and it has a major west hospital/med squadron. It is close to Sacramento and the SF Bay Area. It is nice place to be assigned.

  • @khenkim8715
    @khenkim8715 Před 7 lety

    This is golden, thank you ST!!

  • @seanscanlon470
    @seanscanlon470 Před 3 lety

    Awesome instructional my buddy sent me. I’m going to implement these concepts today!

  • @buforddk
    @buforddk Před 9 lety

    Awesome and thorough training analysis! Great Trainer Matt and Mark! I love it when the 160 lb 'er was demonstrating the lighter weight guy was expotentially Strong and technique efficient!

  • @jacobwilliam2965
    @jacobwilliam2965 Před 9 lety

    Best quality on youtube.

  • @6471mrw
    @6471mrw Před 6 lety

    Great video- thank you for bringing this to the military-couldn't agree more!

  • @Ke_Mis
    @Ke_Mis Před 9 lety

    this channel is amazing! so interesting to get introduced to all these guys!

  • @collinfrederick3373
    @collinfrederick3373 Před 9 lety

    Incredible video. He is an absolute genius.

  • @firstcavcoins3554
    @firstcavcoins3554 Před 3 lety

    I was a 1st cav M1A1 tanker in the late 90's my company's average deadlift would crush over 200. I was at around 500 and I was a small guy in my platoon. Average was around 500 but we were all beasts. A decade after getting out of the military I deadlifted around 700 and benched 475

  • @fastwade
    @fastwade Před 8 lety

    Most useful video I've seen in many months!

  • @boulderjunkie3799
    @boulderjunkie3799 Před 9 lety

    the stronger you are the less the injury hurts.

  • @jessewallace12able
    @jessewallace12able Před 9 lety

    Viking's communication ability is superior, I'm watching to hear this gentleman speak. Wow.

  • @mrfweeter
    @mrfweeter Před 9 lety

    Very glad I found these videos, informative and eye opening, wish I had someone like that around my area

  • @lcdode
    @lcdode Před 9 lety

    Best fitness channel on CZcams!

  • @halisray
    @halisray Před 9 lety

    I love you guys honestly. Huge inspiration. Keep up the amazing videos!

  • @Grottman96
    @Grottman96 Před 9 lety

    Your videos are the best. Best guests and I like your podcast as well.

  • @johnwhite5575
    @johnwhite5575 Před 8 lety

    very informative.....think i've learned more about this 3 basis lifts from this 1 hour video than i have in the past 5 months of starting powerlifting